We combine inspiration from eating practices across cultures to create objects that adapt to the human hand - making the act of eating an intuitive, pleasurable, and beautiful experience.

An evolution of the M/F Tongs pictured above will be available in 2017.

Michel/Fabian creates unconventional dining utensils designed by scientists and chefs to hack the sense of taste, enhance the pleasure of foods and guide the user towards healthier consumption behaviours.

The 1st series of prototypes shown below were exposed during "Cravings", an exhibit exploring the science of body, brain and eating habits, curated by London's Science Museum. The exhibit was seen by over 1.3 million visitors between February 2014 and May 2016. These prototypes are currently exposed at the Museum of Science and Industry, Manchester, UK.

The vessel has a pointed base; hence its function can only be fulfilled when held in the hand.

Through the sense of touch, in the palm of the hand, the user experiences sensations of weight, form and temperature. In addition, the fur ‘dresses’ the Bowl. The tactile stimulation adds to the experience of consuming the food in a sensual manner.This accessory creates a reference to the carnivorous act of eating meat.

Our tongues curve up when we experience sweet tastes. This spoon, concave on both sides, complements the shape of the upper lip and the tongue simultaneously. It is designed for creamy and/or sweet foods.

Glass shaped by gravity, formed between two spoonsPhoto: edited from Science Museum

The design of this cup is intended to be the ultimate vessel for drinking. The material - Pure Silver - was chosen due to his high thermal conductivity, to communicate the tactile experience of the temperature of the drinks to the hand.